How much does luxury car service from Chicago to Columbus cost?

One-way chauffeured service from Chicago to Columbus starts at $1095. The final rate depends on your vehicle selection (sedan, SUV, or Sprinter) and any return-trip or hourly arrangement. All pricing is flat-rate, no peak pricing. Call (224) 801-3090 for an exact quote.

Do you offer return trips and overnight service to Columbus?

Yes. Round-trip and overnight service to Columbus are available, your chauffeur stays with the vehicle (or returns at a scheduled time) so you have transportation throughout the visit. Hourly rates apply for in-destination service. Call (224) 801-3090 to plan your itinerary.

Which vehicle is best for the Chicago to Columbus trip?

For 1–3 passengers, the Mercedes S-Class or Cadillac CT6 sedan offers the smoothest long-distance ride. For 4–6 passengers and luggage, the Cadillac Escalade ESV is our most popular intercity vehicle. For groups of 7–14, the Mercedes Sprinter Executive provides conference seating, USB charging, and luggage storage. Call (224) 801-3090 for vehicle recommendations.

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Ohio • Intercity Chauffeur

Chicago to Columbus, OH

Name: Royal Carriage Limousine
Address: 500 E Constitution Dr, Palatine, IL, 60074, US
Telephone: (224) 801-3090
Price range: $$-$$$$
Rating: 4.9

Door-to-door luxury chauffeur service from anywhere in the Chicago metro to Columbus, Ohio. No parking. No rideshare roulette. Just a professional driver and a premium vehicle at your door.

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Distance

355 miles

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Drive Time

5 hr 15 min

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$1095

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About the Destination

Why visit Columbus?

Columbus, Ohio's capital and largest city, often surprises visitors with its energy. A Big Ten university city that has grown into one of the fastest-expanding metros in the Midwest with a nationally recognized food scene, a thriving arts corridor in the Short North, and a commitment to outdoor recreation along the Scioto Mile.

It's a natural choice for corporate travel to Ohio's business hub, Ohio State University visits, or a weekend exploring the Short North galleries, German Village brick streets, and Columbus Zoo.

Top Attractions

What to see & do

Short North Arts District

Ohio State University campus & Horseshoe Stadium

Columbus Museum of Art

Columbus Zoo & Aquarium

German Village cobblestone neighborhood

Trip Details

Everything you need to know

Route Information

Origin: Chicago metro area (any address)
Destination: Columbus, Ohio
Distance: 355 miles
Typical drive time: 5 hr 15 min
Return service: Same-day or next-day available

Pricing

Starting price: $1095
Price type: Flat fare, no peak pricing, no surprises
Gratuity: 20% recommended (not included in base)
Overnight option: Driver lodging included for overnight trips
Custom quote: Call (224) 801-3090 for group rates

Every trip includes

Professional licensed chauffeur

Bottled water & amenities

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Door-to-door service

Flight/event tracking

24/7 dispatch support

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Vehicle options

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Ideal for solo or couple travel

Up to 3 passengers •3 bags

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Cadillac Escalade ESV

Best for families and small groups

Up to 6 passengers •8 bags

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Lincoln Navigator L

Spacious comfort for extended drives

Up to 7 passengers •6 bags

🚐Executive Sprinter

Mercedes Sprinter Executive

Group travel with maximum comfort

Up to 12 passengers •12 bags

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The drive from Chicago to Columbus

Columbus is a 355-mile haul southeast of Chicago, about 5 hours 15 minutes door to door. That distance puts it firmly in overnight territory, and a chauffeured sedan at $1,095 turns the longest part of the trip into rest rather than five-plus hours of interstate concentration. We plan a comfort stop on the way and time arrivals around Ohio State game-day traffic when the Horseshoe is filling up. Spreading out in the back seat for the run east is the difference between arriving fresh for a campus visit or business meeting and arriving wrung out from the wheel.

What to do in Columbus

Columbus rewards a weekend. The Short North Arts District anchors the city's gallery and dining scene, an easy evening of walking between restaurants and exhibitions. German Village, just south of downtown, trades that energy for brick streets and historic charm worth a slow afternoon. Families and animal lovers point the car toward the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, one of the most respected in the country. Between Ohio State's campus, the galleries, and the zoo, a single overnight fills fast, and a chauffeur lets you move between the Short North and German Village without surrendering a parking space you fought to find downtown.

Why book a private car to Columbus

Five-plus hours each way is exactly the distance where flying looks tempting until you add airport time, a rental, and parking at both ends. A round trip by private car to Columbus skips all of that: door-to-door service over the full 355 miles, an overnight bag in the trunk, and a chauffeur who handles the I-70 stretch while you work or sleep. At $1,095 in a sedan it's a premium run, but for an Ohio State weekend or a corporate visit to the state's business hub, the comfort and the single point-to-point ride beat connecting through a hub and renting a car you'll only use to find parking.

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The drive from downtown Chicago to Columbus is approximately 355 miles and takes about 5 hr 15 min under normal traffic. Your professional chauffeur monitors real-time traffic and route conditions, adjusting course as needed to keep you on schedule.

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